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The neuroendocrine reflex is initiated by stimulation of sensory neurons that cause a release of a neurohormone from the neurosecretory cells. It is the simple neural reflex that controls the neuroendocrine reflex. The natural progression of events in this system is sensory nerves respond to a stimulus, be it thermal, tactile, or visual. These sensory nerves then synapse with interneurons in the spinal cord. Where efferent neurons, or neurons conducting impulses outwards from the brain or spinal cord, travel to the hypothalamus where the hypothalamic neurons release neurohormones. These neurohormones then enter the blood and activate the target tissues, such as the anterior lobe of the pituitary, mammary glands, or the epididymis. Senger, P.L. Pathways to Pregancy and Parturition. Pullman: Current Conceptions Inc., 2005, 2003, 1999, 1997.
The knee reflex is also called the knee-jerk reflex by tapping the patellar tendon with a reflex hammer. This sends sensory information to the spinal cord at L4 and motor information back to the Quadriceps in the thigh (relaxing the hamstrings). This is reflex requires only two neurons. No interneuron. And so is very rapid. It is important in balance and posture.
The hormone oxytocin stimulates the secretion of breast milk. It is released when a baby suckles at the breast, triggering the milk ejection reflex.
No, the knee jerk reflex is typically not active during sleep as it requires conscious input from the brain. The reflex is a reaction to a sudden stretching of the muscle, detected by the sensory neurons in the muscle spindle, which then sends a signal to the spinal cord to elicit the reflex. This process is not typically active during deep sleep stages.
Decreased production of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) which leads to increased urine output to regulate fluid balance.
The neuroendocrine "letdown" reflex is regulated by oxytocin.
oxytocin
The neuroendocrine reflex is initiated by stimulation of sensory neurons that cause a release of a neurohormone from the neurosecretory cells. It is the simple neural reflex that controls the neuroendocrine reflex. The natural progression of events in this system is sensory nerves respond to a stimulus, be it thermal, tactile, or visual. These sensory nerves then synapse with interneurons in the spinal cord. Where efferent neurons, or neurons conducting impulses outwards from the brain or spinal cord, travel to the hypothalamus where the hypothalamic neurons release neurohormones. These neurohormones then enter the blood and activate the target tissues, such as the anterior lobe of the pituitary, mammary glands, or the epididymis. Senger, P.L. Pathways to Pregancy and Parturition. Pullman: Current Conceptions Inc., 2005, 2003, 1999, 1997.
oxytocin
Endocrine reflex
Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH)
The withdrawal reflex, like pulling your hand away from a hot object, requires an interneuron to relay signals between the sensory neuron detecting the stimulus and the motor neuron controlling the response.
The let-down reflex, also known as the milk ejection reflex, is primarily triggered by the hormone oxytocin, which is released in response to nipple stimulation during breastfeeding. When an infant suckles, sensory receptors in the nipple send signals to the brain, prompting the release of oxytocin from the pituitary gland. This hormone causes the smooth muscle cells around the milk-producing glands to contract, pushing milk into the ducts and making it available to the baby. Emotional factors, such as feeling relaxed or bonding with the baby, can also enhance this reflex.
The knee reflex is also called the knee-jerk reflex by tapping the patellar tendon with a reflex hammer. This sends sensory information to the spinal cord at L4 and motor information back to the Quadriceps in the thigh (relaxing the hamstrings). This is reflex requires only two neurons. No interneuron. And so is very rapid. It is important in balance and posture.
No, listening is not automatically an involuntary reflex. It involves conscious attention and active processing of auditory stimuli. While some level of hearing occurs automatically through our ears, truly listening requires cognitive effort and intention.
The hormone oxytocin stimulates the secretion of breast milk. It is released when a baby suckles at the breast, triggering the milk ejection reflex.
As you probably have guessed, the term 'DSLR' is an abbreviation. Digital Single Lens Reflex is the full term. In most cameras, there is a mirror inside. That's basically what it means, though I do think this answer requires an edit.